Year 11 – French

Head of Subject: Mr G Houillon

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Intended Outcomes

In y11 French, students complete the new GCSE course and consolidate their ability to understand and respond to written and spoken language around GCSE themes: “Environment”, “My world”, “Future plans”. 


They continue to build-up on their knowledge of previously acquired vocabulary, grammar and phonics, and explore the more advanced aspects of the subject which will help them master the skills necessary to succeed at GCSE. 

  • Course Implementation

    Module 6 “Environment” 

     

    Students learn to use numerical data and other sources to support their ideas. They learn to use complex structures in 3 time frames in order to discuss geography and climate, environmental problems, how we can work together, what we can do on a day-to-day basis and new technologiesStudents have to learn between 10-20 words from the GCSE vocab list every week and they are tested on these in class every week. They also get a GCSE-specific homework task such as listening, reading or writing, to prepare them effectively. 
    By the end of the module “Environment”, students have been assessed in listening, reading and writing (80-90 words or 130-150 words tasks). 

    Module 7   “My world” 

     

     

    Students continue to learn how to manipulate new complex structures and grammar points when discussing where they live, shopping, their ideal home and a recent visit in a city. They practise role play and translation skills within these contexts. Students have to learn between 10-20 words from the GCSE vocab list every week and they are tested on these in class every week. They also get a GCSE-specific homework task such as listening, reading or writing, to prepare them effectively. By the end of the module “My world”, students have been sitting a trial examination in all four skills. Only role play, reading aloud and picture-based tasks are included in the speaking component. Only  a shorter conversation is also included. 

    Module 8 “Future plans” 

    Students consolidate their use of the future tenses and complex structures to discuss their summer plans, future plans and hopes, travelling and earning money, future careers and jobs. They aim to master all the skills acquired and apply them in GCSE productive tasks (writing and speaking). Students have to learn between 10-20 words from the GCSE vocab list every week and they are tested on these in class every week. They also get a GCSE-specific homework task such as listening, reading or writing, to prepare them effectively. 
    By the end of the module about “Future plans”, students have been sitting a final speaking trial examination, where they complete a whole speaking paper. 

     

Learning Impact

In each assessment, students develop their ability to cope with GCSE-type tasks in all 4 skills (Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking).  
Once completed, assessments results are shared with students and recorded by teachers. Students are responsible for sharing their results and assessment papers with parents/carers. Assessments and mock results are also shared with parents/carers in termly reports. Our outstanding students receive a certificate to take home, to celebrate their achievement and/or progress 

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